Brooks Barnes
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‘A Man Called Otto’ Surpasses Expectations at the Box Office
Ticket sales totaled $15 million over the holiday weekend, fueled by older audiences in the middle of the country.
Tarnished Golden Globes Return to TV, and Hollywood Plays Along
Amid a few awkward moments, the industry’s stars mostly embraced the chance to accept film and TV trophies in hopes of a bump in business...
Disney Revises Pricing Policies at Its Parks
Ticket prices won’t exactly be less, but the cost of some activities and perks will be adjusted, after complaints about the cost of visits.
Disney Is Bringing Employees Back Four Days a Week
The C.E.O., Robert A. Iger, said in a memo that he thought the move would benefit the company’s culture and creativity.
‘M3gan’ Beats Box Office Predictions, Sailing Into Second Place
The $12 million PG-13 horror film brought in $30.2 million in ticket sales, behind “Avatar: The Way of Water,” with $45 million.
Early Version of Disney’s Mickey Mouse Will Soon Be Public Property
The version of the iconic character from “Steamboat Willie” will enter the public domain in 2024. But those trying to take advantage could end up...
‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Has a Subdued Start at the Box Office
Ticket sales totaled $134 million in North America, nearly doubling the opening for the first ‘Avatar.’ But Hollywood was expecting more.
GLAAD Praises Increased Inclusiveness of Disney Films
In a report on L.G.B.T.Q. representation in movies, the organization lauded the studio but noted some depictions were one dimensional or stereotypical.
Reclaiming Place in Animation History for Bessie Mae Kelley
A historian of the form has unearthed works by Bessie Mae Kelley that rank as the earliest-known hand-drawn animated films directed by a woman.
Golden Globes Announce Nominees Ahead of a Return to TV
The tarnished awards ceremony will air on NBC in January in a one-year trial. But which stars will show up to collect their trophies?